[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 8, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1160]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           HARRIET TUBMAN DAY

  (Mr. ESPAILLAT asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute.)
  Mr. ESPAILLAT. Madam Speaker, the contributions of women run deep 
throughout the history of America and the fabric of our entire Nation.
  One such woman was Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery and dedicated 
her life's mission to ensuring freedom for others.
  Building a network of abolitionists, Harriet Tubman organized safe 
houses throughout the Underground Railroad, including in my district, 
while making rescues and freeing others who were previously enslaved.
  As she put it, there are one of two things that she had a right to--
liberty or death.
  Madam Speaker, on International Women's Day and 2 days before Harriet 
Tubman Day, we remember her. When we look at young girls in Afghanistan 
and we look at young girls in other parts of the world like Iran 
seeking to have education, we remember Harriet Tubman. When we fight 
for equal pay for equal work, we remember Harriet Tubman. When we fight 
and advocate for a woman's right to choose, we remember Harriet Tubman. 
When we help those mothers that try to seek asylum at the border with 
their children, Madam Speaker, we remember Harriet Tubman.
  Let's remember Harriet Tubman today as we celebrate International 
Women's Day.

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